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© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
Tetradrachm 410 BC - 395 BC
| Silver | 17.31 g | - |
| Issuer | Uncertain Siculo-Punic mint (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 395 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.31 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#316739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Palm tree with two date clusters.
Script: Neo-Punic
Translation: The camp.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Carthaginian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of the Carthaginian goddess Tanit, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred in Sicily during the Punic period.
